George E. Maher

George E. Maher obituary, Lapeer, MI

George E. Maher

George Maher Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Lapeer on Sep. 23, 2025.
George E. Maher, 87, of Lapeer, MI passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at home peacefully while surrounded by loved ones. He was born on February 2, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan to Eugene Maher and Emma Maher (Detgen). George was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting deer and turkey. He also spent many summers in Port Hope, MI catching bass and perch. He worked as a Chief Engineer for Detroit Public schools supporting his family while living in Detroit and Redford before retiring to Lapeer.

George is preceded in death by Patricia D. Maher (Gifford), his loving wife of 40 years; brothers Bill Beauchamp, Richard Maher, and James Maher and his nephew Micheal Maher.

George is survived by his devoted son Scott, loving daughter in-law Julie, granddaughter Lauren and grandson Brendan, sister in-law Marge Maher, nephews George (Pat), Jim (Amie), Gene (Char), and nieces Patty, Mary, Jayne (Brian), Julie (Kevin), Kathy and Nancy (Walter).

Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors - Capstick Chapel. A funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Father Brian Hurley will officiate. Immediately following Mass, there will be a graveside service at Stiles Cemetery followed by a luncheon at the Mayfield Township Hall.

In lieu of flowers please kindly consider donating in George's memory to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Lapeer, MI.

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September 30, 2025

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September 30, 2025

Peter H. Glasgow posted to the memorial.

September 23, 2025

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Keith Prusak

September 30, 2025

Such fine memories of the household your folks created, Scott. Always felt so welcome back in the days we just knocked on the door to see if friends were around. All the best to you & your extended family as you navigate life without your Dad.

Peter H. Glasgow

September 30, 2025

Scott Maher and Family,
So very sorry for your loss.
Rest In Peace George and condolences to your family, friends and all those you love.
Peter & Patti Glasgow

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